Trending in Cybersecurity: May 2017

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6. How to Avoid Being Attacked by Ransomware via PC World

Android malware capable of accessing smartphone users' location and sending it to cyberattackers remained undetected in the Google Play store for three years, according to a security company. http://mim.ec/2q3ItvL

Ryan Francis of CSO Online shows tips via a slideshow on how to prevent malware distribution in the office. http://mim.ec/2o2HL0E

9. Downtime is key cost of ransomware attack via Information Age

A survey from Imperva has highlighted downtime as the key cost of ransomware attacks, with respondents revealing an attack could cost businesses $5,000 to $20,000 a day on average. http://mim.ec/2n7BUYB